Raphael Abiola

Education: B.Tech Hons in Computer Science, Federal University of Technology, Akure, Ondo State (2011-2015), Google News Initiative (2024)

Experience: Football Writer at Stakegains (2016-2018), Content Editor at Opera News Nigeria (2018-2023), Sports Editor at Sports Brief (2023-2024), Sports Editor at Briefly News (2024-present).

Awards: Opera News Joint Best Performing Editor - Article Review, Q3-2022

Raphael Abiola is a Nigerian Sports Journalist with over seven years of experience. He obtained a B.Tech degree in Computer Science from the Federal University of Technology, Akure, in 2015. Raphael previously worked as a football editor at Stakegains (2016-2018) and a content editor with Opera News Nigeria (2018-2023). Raphael then worked as an Editor for the Local Desk at Sports Brief (2023-2024). Reach him via email at raphael.abiola@briefly.co.za.

2938 articles published since 08 Jul 2024

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Nedbank Cup: How much Kaizer Chiefs made compared to Orlando Pirates after winning

Football

a year ago

Maart ends Kaizer Chiefs' trophy drought as they defeat Pirates in Nedbank Cup

Football

a year ago

Bafana Bafana legends state why Kaizer Chiefs should to win Nedbank Cup ahead of Pirates

Football

a year ago

Nedbank Cup final: Kaizer Chiefs vs Pirates – Preview, h2h, lineups, time, where to watch

Football

a year ago

Orlando Pirates reportedly sign Kaizer Chiefs transfer target from PSL rivals

Football

a year ago

Kaizer Chiefs urged to snub Nigerian international in favour of Bafana Bafana star

Football

a year ago

Nabi to add 3 new players to Kaizer Chiefs first team ahead of next season

Football

a year ago

Kaizer Chiefs head coach Nasreddine Nabi is reportedly working on adding three new young players to the Glamour Boys first team ahead of next season.

Bafana Bafana legend Benni McCarthy celebrates daughter's 13th birthday, SA hails her

Football

a year ago

South African coach Benni McCarthy has celebrated his daughter, Lima, on her 13th birthday; the Bafana Bafana legend shared an heartfelt post on social media.

Kaizer Chiefs’ Ashley du Preez turns heads as he flexes his R2.2m Porsche

Football

a year ago

Kaizer Chiefs star Ashley du Preez was spotted in an expensive Porsche car as he followed a fan to his matric dance ahead of their game against Orlando Pirates.

Sundowns set new PSL record in win over Chippa, extend lead in title race

Football

a year ago

Mamelodi Sundowns have set a new record in the Premier Soccer League as they defeat Chippa United to extend their lead in the Betway Premiership title race.

Siya Kolisi predicts who will win the Nedbank Cup final between Pirates and Chiefs

Football

a year ago

Springboks captain Siya Kolisi has dropped his prediction ahead of Kaizer Chiefs and Orlando Pirates clash in the Nedbank Cup final this weekend.

Sue Duminy sparks dating rumours with mystery man months after divorce from JP Duminy

Sports

a year ago

Sue Duminy, the former wife of legendary cricketer JP Duminy, has sparked dating speculations online after being spotted with an unknown man in her recent post.

Bafana Bafana star scores as Pirates defeat Golden Arrows to put pressure on Sundowns

Football

a year ago

Orlando Pirates have continued their impressive form in the Betway Premiership as they defeated Lamontville Golden Arrows to put more pressure on Mamelodi Sundowns.

Mamelodi Sundowns reach agreement to terminate R45 million signing's contract

Football

a year ago

Mamelodi Sundowns have reportedly reached an agreement with one of their most expensive signings to terminate his contract ahead of the 2025-26 season.

Kaizer Chiefs set to cut ties with R5 million signing after just two seasons

Football

a year ago

Kaizer Chiefs are reportedly set to part ways with a South African star who was signed for R5 million two seasons ago after failing to meet expectations.

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